Dash 4 Donuts Register Today!!!03/18/19 - San Marcos Police Officers' AssociationThe San Marcos Police Officer's Association is holding its 4th Annual Dash 4 Donuts 4 mile run on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at The Premium Outlet Mall. The run will start promptly at 8:00 am. Come on out, bring the family, enjoy a morning run, some donuts and lots of shopping afterwards!

El Paso police officer to become torch bearer at 2019 Special Olympics03/14/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationAn El Paso police officer is gearing up for the role of a lifetime. And he’s the only one to do it in the state of Texas.
Passion has led this officer to the world stage.
Our paths in life all lead us down different roads.
“Coming out here to support them lit a flame in my heart,” said Sgt. Roberto Cardenas.
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Social Security Act of 201903/11/19 - Pennsylvania State Lodge FOPH.R 141 – The Social Security Fairness Act of 2019 was introduced on January 3, 2019 and is one of our legislative top priorities. This bill would repeal the Social Security Windfall Elimination provision which unfairly diminishes retirement benefits for officers who were not permitted to participate in the social system by their municipal employers.

Texas Officer Fatally Shot While Responding To Burglar Alarm03/06/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationAn officer was fatally shot while responding to a burglar alarm at a Texas home. According to local news station CBS7, Officer Nathan Heidelberg was shot by the homeowner who believed his house was being broken into.

HR 1325 Protect and Serve Act03/05/19 - Pennsylvania State Lodge FOP25 February 2019
The Honorable John H Rutherford
U.S. House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515
The Honorable Val V. Demings
U.S. House of Representatives Washington, D.C.

8th Annual Steel Challenge - May 18, 201903/03/19 - Lake County Deputy Sheriff's AssociationLAKE COUNTY DSA Presents the 8th Annual Steel and Three Gun Challenge (May 18th, 2019)
***Raffle Prizes***
Springfield Mil Spec 1911, Kimber Custom II or an 8day/7night trip to Mexico for 2.
$5 per raffle ticket (separate from General raffle). Tickets can be purchased from any DSA member or at Lake County Guns.

Third Annual Fallen Officers Memorial Car Show03/01/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationThe El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association in conjunction with the El Paso Fallen Officers Memorial Foundation will host the Third Annual Fallen Officers Memorial Car Show on Saturday, April 6, 2019.
The event will be held at the Southwest University Diesel Shop located at 6500 Montana Ave. (inside and outside).

Time to Apply for EPMPOA Ben Ayala Scholarships03/01/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationThe El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association reminds members that the period to submit applications for the EPMPOA Ben Ayala Scholarships is here.
All graduating high school seniors who are sons/daughters of active association members in good standing are eligible to apply.

Funeral Services For Retired Sergeant Emmett Williams02/26/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationThe El Paso Municipal Police Officers’ Association sadly announces the passing of retired Sergeant Emmett Arthur Williams, who passed away on February 21, 2019 at the age of 89. (Ret.) Sergeant Williams served with the El Paso Police Department for 30+ years, from February 1950 until his retirement in September 1980.

El Paso police officers read to kids at Barnes and Noble02/24/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationSome El Paso police officers took time off from their busy schedule to read to children at Barnes and Noble Saturday.
Dozens of kids showed up to hear officers read and they were joined by McGruff the crime dog.
The purpose of the event was to help build relationships with children, so if they ever need help, they'll feel comfortable enough approaching an officer.

2019 NHPA GOLF TOURNAMENT ACCEPTING SPONSORS 02/22/19 - New Hampshire Police AssociationThe NHPA is excited to announce it's sponsorship opportunities for the 2019 NHPA Golf Tournament. The event will take place at Passaconoway Country Club in Litchfield, NH. This is an excellent way to showcase your business and support of NH law enformcement to over 150 plus golfers. The field is already full!!
This is the NHPA's largest fundraiser of the year. Please consider sponsorship today.

2019 MPPA RIDE TO REMEMBER ACCEPTING SPONSORS AND RIDERS02/22/19 - New Hampshire Police AssociationThe MPPA is happy to announce the 2019 Ride to Remember to be held on April 27, 2019 at 10 a.m. This years ride will begin and end at Bonfire, located at 950 Elm St, Manchester, NH. There will be light food and raffles at the conclusion of the ride.
The MPPA is now accepting sponsorships and registrations for riders.

Please Help a Retired Brother In Blue and His Family02/21/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationThe El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association is requesting your assistance for a retired "Brother in Blue" and his family.
Four years ago, the wife of (Ret.) Officer Lorel E. Cluff #559 was diagnosed with Superficial Siderosis, a very rare neurological disease.

Immediate Call to Action!!!02/19/19 - Colorado State Lodge F.O.P.To All Colorado Law Enforcement Officers,
We need your help in defeating legislation that will impact your right to privacy and increase your exposure to civil action.

EPPD Promotion/Achievement Ceremony02/12/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationThe El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association encourages all members to attend the El Paso Police Department's Promotion/Achievement Ceremony on Monday, February 18, 2019. The ceremony will be held at 10:00 AM in the large conference room at Police Headquarters, 911 N. Raynor St.

2019 St. Patrick's Day Law Enforcement Fundraiser02/09/19 - Massachusetts Municipal Police CoalitionThe Greater Boston Police Softball League and The Winchester Elks Lodge Lodge #1445 will be hosting the Fifth Annual St. Patrick’s Day Law Enforcement Benefit on March 16, 2019. The event will take place at the Winchester Elks located at 375 Cambridge Street Winchester starting at 6:00 PM. Tickets for the event are $20.00.

Officer Down - Family Assistance Asked For02/08/19 - Colorado State Lodge F.O.P.The following is from Englewood FOP Lodge #22 regarding the loss of a FOP Brother from their lodge:
It is with a heavy heart that we are sharing news of the sudden and tragic loss of our beloved brother, Kevin Hartmann. Kevin leaves behind his loving wife, Jennifer, and three children, Zack (13), Ben (11) and Rachel (8).

Police union president on Trump's El Paso comments: 'It was a slap in the face'02/07/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationEl Paso law enforcement officers are contradicting President Donald Trump's claims that El Paso was unsafe before the border barrier was built.
The president of the local police officers union told ABC-7 the barrier had nothing to do with making El Paso one of the safest cities in the nation.

What Police Officers Need To Know About Hepatitis A02/06/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationWhether it is a pedestrian investigation on a busy street, taking the report of a crime or placing a person in custody, police officers have physical contact with people throughout their busy work day. With that contact, comes the risk of being exposed to various infections such as hepatitis A.

WSRCC Commander Steve Lopez Named Optimist Club Officer of the Year01/30/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationOn Tuesday, January 29, 2019, the El Paso Country Club Chapter of Optimist International held their annual awards ceremony. At the event, Westside Regional Command Center Commander Steve Lopez was presented with the Law Enforcement Respect for Law - Officer of the Year Award.

Shooting That Wounded 5 Houston Officers Started With Warrant Attempt01/29/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationIt started as an attempt to serve a search warrant at a suspected drug house and quickly turned into a gun battle that killed two suspects and injured five officers, including four who were shot, Houston's police chief said.

Some U.S. Police Departments Dump Body-Camera Programs Amid High Costs01/24/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationWhen East Dundee, a tiny suburb of Chicago, ordered body cameras for its 17 police officers, Terry Mee, the police chief at the time, told local reporters the devices­ would promote “officer safety” and “positive interaction with the public.

The Impact Of A Government Shutdown On Public Safety01/18/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationAs the Trump administration and Congress continue to spar over $5 billion in funding for a new border wall, the resulting government shutdown has reached day 26. On Jan. 12, it officially became the longest shutdown in American history, with no indication of an end in sight. Here’s how a government shutdown affects public safety personnel and first responders.

124th El Paso Police Academy Graduation Ceremony01/17/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationThe El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association invites members and their families and the general public to attend the graduation ceremony for the El Paso Police Department’s 124th Police Academy Class. The event will take place on Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at 9:00 AM at the Bowie High School Auditorium, 801 S. San Marcial St.

UPDATE: Suspect shot by EPPD officers dies01/17/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationPolice say the man shot by El Paso Police officers Monday morning has died. He has been identified as 25-year-old Louis Jose Burrus.
Burrus was in critical condition after he was shot just before 5:00 a.m. Monday on the 2900 block of Trawood Drive, near George Dieter Drive.

One person hospitalized after an officer-involved shooting in east El Paso01/15/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationEl Paso police are investigating an officer-involved shooting. It happened on Trawood Drive near George Dieter Drive Monday morning. Darrel Petry, spokesman for the El Paso Police Department said they received several calls about shots fired in a neighborhood nearby.
He said they pursued a man who they believed was involved in the incident.

El Paso police seeing decline in applicants to become officers01/09/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationThe El Paso Police Department had 107 vacant positions as of Dec. 16.
The number of police officer jobs being filled across the country is on the decline. In El Paso the number of applications being submitted isn't necessarily the issue. It's the number of people making it through the academy application process.
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Autopsy results of man who died in October officer-involved shooting01/08/19 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationThe autopsy of Richard Palafox, the man who died following an officer-involved shooting at the Pebble Hills Regional Command Center in October, states he was shot eight times.
"People are under this assumption that we can just stand back and shoot it out of their hand. that's not how we do it, said Ron Martin, president of the El Paso Municipal Police Officers Association.

Two Outstanding Law Enforcement Training Opportunities Upcoming12/28/18 - Colorado State Lodge F.O.P.The Colorado FOP is featuring two upcoming training opportunities for law enforcement to be held in the State FOP Lodge Training Center. These are very popular high value training events. Registration is limited and you are advised to register early. Lodging is available for out of town attendees provided by the The Doubletree Hotel, 8773 Yates Dr., Westminster CO, 80031.

EPPD officers involved in shooting in South-Central El Paso12/26/18 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationA suspect was taken to University Medical Center after an officer-involved shooting in South-Central El Paso Wednesday night, police said.
Authorities said two officers fired at a man after a family disturbance was reported just after 8 p.m. on the 500 block of Huerta Street.
Police said the man charged at the officers with a knife.

PTSD, PTSI, Mental Health Problems...We Can Help.12/22/18 - Colorado State Lodge F.O.P.Lifelines Status:Code 4, Inc recently did an interview with Colorado State Lodge FOP Executive Director Mike Violette on law enforcement mental trauma, PTSD, PTSI, substance abuse and how the Colorado FOP Police Officers Foundation can help officers struggling with these issues.
Shedding the Stigma
In police culture, a major obstacle that impedes the maintenance of psychological health is the stigma attached to asking for help.

Attention Denver Sheriffs Office Members12/19/18 - Colorado State Lodge F.O.P.Recent tragic events in the Denver Sheriff Department have resulted in numerous contacts from members of the DSD looking for some help in coping with their feelings about this loss of a friend and co-worker, as well as other factors of crisis and stress.

EPMPOA Sponsored "Wing Drive" to benefit Officer G. Sanchez & Family12/19/18 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationThe El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association is sponsoring a "Wing Drive" lunch to benefit Region II (MVRCC) Officer Gilbert Sanchez #2278 and his family. This event is to raise money to assist them with medical expenses and offer some financial assistance due to his wife Bonnie being out of work due to a medical issue.

Fallen Brother - Las Animas County Sheriff’s Office12/15/18 - Colorado State Lodge F.O.P.Las Animas County Sergeant Matt Moreno was fatally injured on the evening of Wednesday, December 12, 2018 in an on-duty traffic accident. The accident happened as Sgt. Moreno and two other deputies were responding to a domestic violence in progress call. While headed to the scene two patrol cars were involved in an accident with a civilian vehicle traveling the opposite direction.

Polar Bear Plunge 2019 12/15/18 - New Jersey Law Enforcement Commanding Officers AssociationThe time has arrived for the Special Olympics Polar Bear Plunge of 2019. The Event is being held at Seaside NJ on February 23, 2019. Visit the Events page for details.

EPPD: Suspect accused of shooting police officer in South Central El Paso now in custody12/12/18 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' AssociationEl Paso Police have arrested a suspect who they believe shot a police officer near Seville and Sambrano in South Central El Paso earlier Tuesday, Dec. 11.
Police apprehended the suspect, who they described as a Hispanic male, at around 8 p.m. at a residence located on the 100 block of North Clark.
Crisis management team made contact with the suspect but he refused to come out.

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